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30 on 3D

30 on 3D: Texturing in GrabCAD Print Pro

September 9, 2025 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/llK03uBr-RcOn this episode of 30 on 3D, Application Engineer, Eric Alexander, takes us step by step on how to texture objects in GrabCAD Print Pro. You will learn how to add a different texture to many different parts of an object in easy steps.Interested in a … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: 3D Printing on Fabric

August 12, 2025 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/_3v4omrWULYOn this episode of 30 on 3D, Marketing Outreach Specialist, Jennifer Araiza, walks us through a few awesome examples of 3D printed parts on fabric.We have been loving our J850 TechStyle and all of its incredible capabilities. Through our Service … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: ToughONE

June 6, 2025 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/zqeNdcOImTY ToughONE is the newest material in the PolyJet family. It adds durability and high strength to the aesthetics of PolyJet. When ToughONE is reinforced with RGD531S and then cured with the ProLight, not only does it create an even higher impact … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: Generating Support in GrabCAD for the Neo Series

March 7, 2025 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/a6TpMNt5F1I Automatic support generation is now available for the Neo Series in GrabCAD! On the edition of 30 on 3D, you will learn how to automatically generate supports step by step in GrabCAD. If you would like to learn more or if you have any questions, … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: Labs – Old vs. New PolyJet

January 15, 2025 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/wg-wSHpagHA On the Labs Edition of 30 on 3D, Senior R&D Engineer, Cameron Williams, demonstrates just how strong and durable the NEW PolyJet is when compared to the old. If you would like to learn more or if you have any questions, call us at … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: GrabCAD Print Pro Feature Support-as-Material

December 10, 2024 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/Tc8PkPPKH-cOn this edition of 30 on 3D, Eric Alexander, Application Engineer, shows us how to create matte and glossy texture finishes for your design with support material using GrabCAD Print Pro.Support-as-Material reduces the cost of bulky parts by using … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: GrabCAD Print Pro Feature Air-as-Material

November 18, 2024 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/vfZbO_pg06A On this edition of 30 on 3D, Eric Alexander, Application Engineer, shows us how to reduce the weight of your part and save on material usage using the Air-as-Material feature in GrabCAD Print Pro. Air-as-Material is great to use for cavity … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: Printing a Spooky Packaging Prototype with GrabCAD Print Pro Smart Insert

October 28, 2024 By Katie Elhardt

poison bottle

https://youtu.be/x2Gis5COW5AOn this edition of 30 on 3D, we filmed a case study starring Eric Alexander, Application Engineer at Purple, and special guest Wilma Matilda, Head of Product Design, at Spellbound. They explained the process of creating Spellbound's new packaging … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: Using GrabCAD Print Pro’s Print-on-Tray Feature to Print Extremely Smooth Surface Finish

September 10, 2024 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/llpYrUh-X-0On this edition of 30 on 3D, Eric Alexander, Application Engineer, explains how to use the Print-on-Tray feature in GrabCAD Print Pro to print exceptionally smooth surface finishes.Print-on-Tray enables users to print directly on the tray or with … [Read more...]

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30 on 3D: Using the Smart Insert Feature for a 3D Printed Infinity Gauntlet

August 19, 2024 By Katie Elhardt

https://youtu.be/4L0RdaPBHOgOn this edition of 30 on 3D, Cameron Williams, Sr. R&D Engineer, explains how he used the new Smart Insert feature from GrabCAD Print Pro to 3D print his replica of the Infinity Gauntlet.Smart Insert enables users to bring a new level of … [Read more...]

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